We have a range of activity planned this month to raise awareness of Endometriosis Awareness Month. We recently shared the results of our endometriosis survey, are offering two upcoming webinars and showcasing personal stories from endometriosis sufferers on our Health Hub. We would also like to draw attention to the excellent work of our Endometriosis Centre, one of the only private endometriosis centres in the UK to be accredited by the British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (BSGE).
We ran a recent survey about endometriosis and how it affects women’s daily lives, which found that almost 13 million women are living in pain, attempting to self-treat and delay seeking help for endometriosis symptoms due to the pandemic.
Our research found that, during Covid, 4 in 5 women (80%) have delayed seeking help for potential symptoms of endometriosis (including debilitating pain, pain when going to the toilet, pelvic pain or blood in the urine when on their period).
We will host two webinars this month: one focusing on the link between endometriosis and fertility, and one about severe endometriosis.
Women affected by endometriosis share their experiences in our Health Hub articles. Freelance writer, Hannah de Gruchy gives her own top tips for managing to exercise with an endometriosis diagnosis.
Patient Holly Patel shares her difficult – but ultimately life-changing – journey from diagnosis to treatment at our hospital.
Our BSGE-accredited Endometriosis Centre is led by world-renowned expert in severe endometriosis Mr Alfred Cutner. He says: “We have an outstanding team of recognised experts who deliver patient-centred care within a state-of-the-art operating theatre. For many years, our team has worked together for the safe treatment of women with advanced endometriosis, involving the bowel and urinary tract.”
Patients are also guided and assessed by Clinical Nurse Specialist Renata Marucha – who says: “Patients really benefit from my support right from the start. I ensure individualised care for each woman, providing reassurance to patients and families to build trust and a rapport. I help them take back control with a better understanding of endometriosis and the treatment options available to them.”
Find out more about the Centre